16/10/2025
People often ask about where I did my canine massage training - the answer of course is the Canine Massage Therapy Centre. With so many dog massage courses out there, this OFQUAL regulated qualification is a huge step forwards to ensure progressional standards are maintained and to future proof the industry.
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We're delighted to announce an exciting qualification development partnership with Natalie Lenton and the Canine Massage Therapy Centre Limited resulting in the creation of the GA Level 5 Diploma in Clinical Canine Massage.
This Ofqual regulated qualification sets a new benchmark for professional excellence in Canine massage therapy. It brings together advanced studies, in anatomy, pathology, and clinical techniques to manage soft tissue injuries and provide chronic pain management for orthopedic conditions like arthritis and others.
The qualification provides over 60 techniques in 4 disciplines of massage which includes sports massage, Swedish massage, deep tissue and myofascial release both the direct and indirect approach. On top of this, exclusive to the qualification is the Lenton Method of myofascial release, the only method of canine massage in the world backed by evidence based research as published in the Veterinary Record by the British Veterinary Association.
Combining Natalie and her teams extensive expertise from the last 15 years as an industry leader in the canine massage industry with Gatehouse Awards - Animal Care and Veterinary Science reputation for quality and innovation, this collaboration marks a major step forward in evidenced based canine therapy education.
For information please contact Natalie and the team at info@k9-massage.co.uk or visit www.k9-massage.co.uk
Canine Massage Guild